Family-oriented city of 150,000 with quick access to Chicago, Milwaukee, and Madison. Designated as a Sports Town USA, Rockford features an excellent park district with \"Golf Digest\" courses, endless bike trails, and active sports centers. A vibrant arts community supports theater, symphony, museums, and dance, along with diverse outdoor and ethnic festivals. Excellent private and public school options including the Rockford Public Schools Gifted Program, the #6 ranked public school in Illinois.